Macleaya cordata | Plume Poppy plant Here a few handy tips

Here a few handy tips to ensure you get the most out of your indoor iris displays

even as an informal hedge or screen and is happy on banks or slopes as erosion control

Also known as the Lenten Rose this wonderful plant brightens up a shady spot with its beautiful

Apply a mulch around the base of the plant to protect the roots from frost damage and cut back the plant in spring when new shoots appear low down at the base

As summer progresses the foliage turns dark green with a reddish hue

Macleaya cordata | Plume Poppy plant Here a few handy tipsThis stunning and highly sought after perennial is grown primarily for its attractive foliage although of late it has become very popular with our Flower Farmers due to the beautiful soft biscuity coloured plumes it produces which look stunning in floral work and make and make an excellent cut flower. Macleaya cordata performs best in full sun to light shade in moist but well drained soil with lots of organic matter added to help with soil fertility.